305 Responses to “Ingram to Steelers; Edwards to Jets; Falemalu to Browns”

Let's stay with Scripture for a bit. Ahem. There is now instance of "'Bows" [yes, that's "'Bows," apostrophe at the front of this abbreviation] in the Bible. The end.

Also . . . on a different note . . . all these "'Bows" forced hybrids are gross. Dr. Moreau-like, you know? "Baseb_ws." "Volleyb_ws." "I'm gonna make mangb_w bread." "Get into the 21st Centubows," oh, wait.

With Warriors? It's right there. Everyone knows what you talkin' 'bout. You have a posteur named "wafan" on this board (conjunction of "Warrior" and "fan"; this is smart). Got no "'bowfan" on this board.

I love the NFL draft coverage because of all of the insights. Not sure why ESPN doesn't have those type of breakdowns during the season.
It's like how Election Night has the best political coverage all year locally. But during the year? Just a lot of police stories.

Mr. Tsai, the NFL Network coverage's pretty great. Big letters in red highlight at the bottom, "PICK DONE" (or somewhat) along w/the team logo. Shows who added, who gone. They have one duinderhead talking head (some ex-coach) on right now, but, other than that, Eisen and crew do a great job. Can see you among them based on your OC16 recent experience, Mr. Tsai.

Its one of those things... I was field level when it happened and looking right at her as it did and I cant erase those seconds and the minutes after out of my mind. Forget the season, forget that game... all manini matters. I have watched Parnaby since her freshman season as with all of these players and getting to work with booster matters, you get to know them all a little better, you talk to them once in a while casually, you see them before and after games just as themselves sometimes and all the stuff about winning or losing an ace is very secondary.

Just saw someone I respect a lot and admire from what she has done to carry this team on her back when many outside didnt think she was capable to doing.. saw that someone in agony and I had to turn away.

But as a good man once reminded me this morning, the sun rose today, Parnaby is in good spirits, the ladies are ready to play.. and to play for their fallen teamma... no.. to play for their sidelined FRIEND.

Wahine SB is lucky to have such a rabid supporter like you. This is a sport that is always covered on the inside middle pages of the daily newspaper but I notice you never let an opportunity to provided great information about this team go by and with such passion.

Keep it coming Kevin! I appreciate your tireless efforts and dedication for our Rainbow Wahine. All UH sports could use more supporters and boosters like you.

No. We are all lucky that there are programs like these that people can get behind if they choose to. A lot of "hidden" treasures at the quarry. Some of the most interesting, amusing, hard-working, close-knit people I have met make up the backbone of this softball program to be able to help them in anyway is a blessing.

Kevin, I agree, Kaia Parnaby, is one tough cookie. Softball's version of Ray Lewis. She will be back better and stronger then ever. This actually could be a blessing in disguise. This injury will allow her to rest her arm, give Loie and Keiki some much needed time, and experience, in the circle.

At this point, its where you have to start thinking of maybe not getting drafted so that you can find yourself a favorable free agent tryout. Which if thats the case, then he definitely shouldve stayed..

Its not like he was like a Darron Thomas with a Marcus Mariota breathing down your neck for his starting job or anything...

From the moment he announced, I knew it was a mistake. Sorry, not trying to hate, just keeping it real, cant lie.

Remember Carl English? Joston Thomas? Same smell, just different sport.

And no, this aint even a Colt comparison, as it was a sure thing that Colt wouldve been drafted top 3-4 rounds had he left after his jr. campaign. Edwards is not in that same category or conversation. Colt ended up moving down because of his sacrifice, Edwards on the other hand, couldve only moved up.

NFL network reporter just spoke w/SD coach McCoy. Asked him whether GF situation mattered, McCoy said "no" succinctly. Asked McCoy about Te'o's performance in the champainship bowl; McCoy basically said that that was "only 1 game." and that the Chargers are looking to get players w/a passion for the game.

Also, according to NFL Network right now, Te'o about to speak at San Diego Chargers' HQ or one of their properties, etc.

Good to know McCoy has faith in Te'o (NFL reporter pronunciating as "Tay Ow," by the way). That having been said, this don't look like enthusiastic. The other NFL Network analysts there also questioning Te'o's performance in the champainship game and how that'd factor into this pro' level.

Really great analysis. Stuff a Grease has asked in the past. Should go apply NFL Network .

Mike Edwards situation/decision, is a lot different then those basketball players. His decision had a lot to do with family. Remember his has kids to support. Cannot do that being on a Football Scholarship.

Yeah, they kinda' talking about him a lot at this juncture, Warrior Dave. There's a lot of objectivity being addressed, but, when whoever starts to make excuses about a Te'o's national champainship pplopsided performance, the pundits look like they're on the take or something.

Only one thing matters. Can bruddah play? Can't do the equivalent of how a Wie is consistently NOT top place in golf, no?

add this to make memory moments the rainbow wahines have been doing time after time.

when Parnaby left the field to a standing ovation, #9 Loie Kesterson came in to take her warm up pitches. all the starters gathered at second base and when the game was ready to play they went up to her showing support and ensuring her they had her back. precious nuff said. IMUA LADIES

how can you not show for today double header starting at 2

congrats to the warrior :megreen: men on their win last night keep it up

papajoe2, a Grease no longer takes stock in what you say. I though you were a pal to me on this board and you go and say "get a life" to me on this board (and by the way; if you knew how progressive and wonderful my life is, you'd do a double-take all day long). I say things related to UH (my Warriors-slant is just one example) and I make jokes, brighten up peoples' day. You and DPK, I was nice to, and you guys go against a Grease. So, ne'er mind.

My posts are not "oh, hi ______" and that's it. Or just "_______ is back" or just one "good morning" and that's it.

You want rants that aren't suppose to be here? Itks not a GREASE's posts -- Just wait 'til UH football season and you can see how many suddenly kick dirt on our Warriors.

Peace to you and DPK. A Grease just don't trust enough to listen to you anymore. Eeek!

Rest up Kaia and let your body heal. I understand she did not brake her nose Mahalo Akua. I'm looking forward to the doubleheader and I have a feeling these ladies will come out swinging, oh well, as usual lately. Go Bows!!

Yikes... Round 5 had four CB picks, nine of which was Mike Edwards... No CBs in round 6 as of yet...

Hold your head high Mike. Now you have a serious chip on your shoulder you can use for motivation.

Still hard to believe Edwards not picked for his return abilities alone. He's quality CB.

I guess whoever Mike relied on for his draft prospects were completely wrong, bordering on lying to him. I believe Tsai reported that Mike had received better than expected draft grade, which was a big reason why he left early.

Yikes... Round 5 had four CB picks, nine of which was Mike Edwards... No CBs in round 6 as of yet...

Hold your head high Mike. Now you have a serious chip on your shoulder you can use for motivation.

Still hard to believe Edwards not picked for his return abilities alone. He's a great kick returner and I think he's got the skills to play CB in the NFL.

I guess whoever Mike relied on for his draft prospects were completely wrong, bordering on lying to him. I believe Tsai reported that Mike had received better than expected draft grade, which was a big reason why he left early.

No get me wrong, i hope Edwards gets paid, but as of now,not looking too good.

As far as the basketball comparison, youre right, Edwards has, but then doesnt that make his decision seem worse? I dont get how his situation is `better`,if thats what youre trying to establish.

Stay another year, go school for free, get better in practice & be able to show that on film, versus, what now? Cfl? Arena?

Put it on the evaluator, if anything, for the poor assessment, but tbh, I saw this from the blue section at Aloha & the television screen on road games that Edwards was simply 'good' at best. Maybe if he played on the continent then he`d have better hype & exposure.. Then again they mightve seen more of what I believe I did.

Im sour grapes.. yeah..., but i saw this coming, and I wish the evaluator wouldve been more brutally honest for Mike & his kids` sake.

Interesting that the parade for Manti (and Toma) is still scheduled to go on w/o the main guest. Can't imagine San Diego Chargers front office saying to Manti, "get on the plane tonight (Friday) or else because of the press conference.

maybe he should have told them he had an important event to attend, like a long time planned parade for him, and he would leave tonight!!

Randy F, Hawaii seems to be the emergency lever for a Te'o. For the Heisman, part of the news footage that a Grease saw found a Te'o sying that he'd win the trophy for the people of Hawaii (a Grease posted this before), this when it was near 100% predictable that the man who really won the Heisman, Johnny "Football" Manziel did so.

To use part of a quote from a certain church lady, this might show a use of Hawaii when it's conveeeeeeeenient.

Yeah, wonder if Toma went w/the parade, too. Awkward.

Who the heck gets out to Laie nowadays anyway, unless you live there? Talk about "yawn."

What does a parade entail?
I imagine there will be a marching band. But will it be Kahuku's? Or Punahou's?
Is Jack Damuni the grand mashal?
I think a block party would have been better. There would have been food (good), refreshments (good) and bouncy house (great).

I don't like it when pundits say that being an undrafted free agent is better than being a drafted player.
It's like, sorry, we can't offer you a scholarship, but now you can walk on at 120 other schools.

What does a parade entail?
I imagine there will be a marching band. But will it be Kahuku's? Or Punahou's?
Is Jack Damuni the grand mashal?
I think a block party would have been better. There would have been food (good), refreshments (good) and bouncy house (great).

But, yeah, Mr. Tsai, there were at least two or three NFL Network draft flunkies (oh, come on!!!! They MUST be getting paid a bunch by the network) who preached, "oh, yeah, I was 10th round" or "I was NEVER drafted." They seemed smug about it, hut they didn't have anything bad to say about it . . . and they coulda'.

It IS funny in some instances of a free agent where he goes to show his stuff, talks w/the agent . . . then at the end of the day (quite actually; hate when the figurative "at the end of the day" expression is used. Makes no damned sense), he goes back to his motel in a semi-savory part of the city or back to the relative's house he thanks God lives in the same city of the team(s) he's trying to join.

Where's the ESPN "what if I told you . . ." (which ALSO irks a Grease) 30 for 30 for the free agents' stories?

Mike Lombardi was a great NFL analyst and seemed like a great judge of talent. for him to trade for Bess and give him an extension as one of his first moves as Cleveland GM tells me he thinks a player like DB can help him turn things around in Cleveland. Lombardi is a Belichik guy, so maybe he sees Bess being his Wes Welker.

#132. I'm a bit surprised The Hoodie didn't make a run for Bess to replace Welker. Amendola is a better overall player than Bess but the big problem with him is that he can't stay healthy.

I'm thinking The Hoodie passed on Bess because of his contract. Bess is due to make $2.6 mlion in 2013 in the final year of his contract. The Pats are notorious for not wanting to pay up for players not named Tom Brady. I think if Bess was under $1.5 million, I think Bess in New England right now.

B.J. Daniels was not drafted to play QB, probably he will compete at safety, special teams, or backup running back. His category right now is all purpose, an athlete. As a 7th round pick he's a long shot to stick with the team. But, the 49ers must have seen something in the guy.

I was hoping the Niners draft Matt Scott in the 7th round, maybe as early as in the 6th round. Maybe free agent. The guy has a great throwing motion and is athletic and can throws the ball like darts. I think he would be a great pick up and can challenge 3rd string QB Scott Tolzien. Oh well.

the shut down corner mike Edwards should of stayed in school the scouts knew he was'nt good enough to be drafted. all you hawaii fans was getting carried away hypeing him up but to tell you the truth he was'nt no shut down corner. mac's last year he was the toasted corner every wac receivers was blowing by him and scoring td's on him.

Awww, c'mon .Manoa1. Gotta let it happen for Edwards, see what he can do. Think having not been chosen in the draft/free agent, he has more of that "lit fire" than a Manti has . . . the latter has a longer, steeper hill to climb . . .

Glad to hear Edwards was signed quickly, but it will be a big hill to climb as an Undrafted FA. The great news is that his return skills will probably be his ticket to the 53man roster.

The bad news is that the Jets are a terribly run organization and Edwards signing is proof positive. They have no need to sign Edwards.
1. Joe McKnight was one of the best KO returners in the NFL in 2012. So the Jets don't need a new returner.
2. Counting Edwards, the Jets now have 11 CBs on their roster going into camp.
3. They drafted Dee Milliner with their first pick. He would presumably would start opposite Cromartie. So no need for Edwards there. Kyle Wilson is their #3 CB/NB and Edwards probably won't beat out a veteran player.

Seriously, what's the best case scenario for Edwards with the Jets? He's behind Cromartie and Wilson due to experience. There's no way he'll pass the Jets #1 pick Milliner, even if he's better. So that leaves 2 CB roster spots for 8 players. Teams don't keep guys to specifically be the #2 returner, the just find someone on the 53 man roster to fill the void if there is an injury.

Of all the teams his agent Michael Hoffman could have sent Edwards, he picked a team that needs him the least. Edwards needs to fire Hoffman as his agent as soon as he can. Hoffman is going to ruin Edwards chances of making it in the league.

The Patriots, Cowboys, Chargers, Chiefs (and a host of other teams) were poor at either pass defense and/or return yards. None of the aforementioned teams took a CB before round 5. Picks from Rd 5 or later are fair game vs undrafted FAs in camp. Edwards could have made all of these rosters as a CB and most likely win the #1 Kick return job on all those teams too.

According to Coach Coolen, without Kaia, in the circle, he says the Wahine will make the NCAA Tournament. Coach Coolen says both Loie and Keiki are not Division 1 ready as pitchers. Loie, did not do enough to prepare herself to pitch at the Division 1 level and Keiki pitches scared. These are words from Coach Coolen himself. He will be meeting with the team on Monday, to lay everything in front of them. Here is hoping Kaia can make a extremely quick recovery and be back in the circle by the Santa Barbara series. Otherwise,....

#152. Revisionalistic point of view. Don't recall many fans calling him a shutdowner. Mac's pass D was way different from last year's pass D. Mac's D didn't leave his corners on islands like this past year. Don't recall Edwards getting toasted by every WAC receiver.

In Edward's mind it was time to go. I wanted him to come back but he figured he made enough brownie points to take a shot at play for pay. There's money to be made in free agent try outs, attending mini camps and just reporting for the openning of camp. Making a roster is a long shot but the NFL minimum is worth going for. Heck even the practice squad guys make over $5500.00 a week.

The NFL is where the big money is but there are other avenues to get paid for playing. Hope Edwards has plan B, C and D in place now that plan A didn't work out.

#170, Coach Coolen says, if Kaia Parnaby is not in the pitching circle, he does not see the Wahine winning the BWC. Reason being, according to Coach Coolen, both Loie and Keiki are not ready to pitch at the Division I Level.

176~I find it hard to believe that a coach, especially coach Coolen, would disrespect his team like that. Aren't we leading the league with only a few more games left. Maybe you misheard coach. Just asking but, are you really Steve?

Papajoe2, all you need to do is listen to his comments after the 2nd game, on OC16, he was quite blunt, in his comments. He was especially extreme blunt when he talked about Loie and Keiki, and what he foresees happening next year. As he says, it is not a pretty picture, concerning next year, as he puts it. Coach Coolen does not sugar coat anything, he just lays everything on the line.

I am still hoping Kaia Parnaby is cleared and able to pitch all 3 games against Santa Barbara. Cause these 3 Seniors, Kaia Parnaby, Kelly Majam, and Jessica Iwata deserve to go out in style. They have given so much to the Wahine program, and have been a pleasure to watch play.

dedicatedfan . . . I believe I understand your gist here. May A Grease say this -- and, mind you, a Grease tries to do this as well -- especially when there is, well, let's take this case of Coolen's comments. I didn't hear what he said; but, a Grease believes what you said he said.

So, if you can manage to, say, provide a direct quote or paraphrase of what he said, the others might not have cause to argue with you as much.

With that said . . . would like to see your post at # 200. 'Tis still a competiton, though. So, ganbatte, all!

And TO ALL UH sports fans . . . keep in mind that there ARE different opinions within our ALL of our fandom of UH sports. Carry on.

What if Kaia Parnaby is NOT cleared to play? Na Wahine is a team, they win and lose as a team. One series does not make a career. We will still honor all the seniors as we fans do. Win or lose. Say, are you Imai? Sounds like you.

gmahoney, if Kaia Parnaby is NOT cleared to play, against Santa Barbara, and Pacific, I believe they do not have a chance of winning the BWC and going to the NCAA Tournament. I am just being very realistic about it. BUT I will still be there Friday and Saturday, to honor the 3 Seniors, Kaia Parnaby, Kelly Majam, and Jessica Iwata, cause they have given so much to the Wahine Program and have been so much fun to watch play.

Congrats, Chicken Grease, for having post #200. Yes. Also, I suggest Keiki Carlos have a serious sit down talk with Kate Robinson, to find out how Kate transformed herself from a so-so pitcher, her freshman and sophomore years, to becoming an all-American type pitcher her Junior and Senior years.

He said if we falter and do not win the Big West then we will not go to the tournament because no one else in the BW is having a great year and the NCAA will just take 1 team, the winner. Never said anything about they not going without Kaia. Yup, you misheard and got the story twisted. Pomai was right.

papajoe2, Coolen said, and I quote, without Kaia they will not be considered for an at-large entry, if they do not win the BWC. Coolen also said, and I quote again, California, without an injured Jolene Henderson will NOT host a regional.

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The magic number to beat LBS is 3, the magic no to beat Pac is 4.The UCSB series becomes crucial.This weekend, The Beach hosts UCD to end their regular season. Pacific travels to CSF this week. Remember, included in those magic numbers are Hawaii wins or LBS/PAC losses.
At the beginning of the season I said 18 conference wins would take the BWC SB Title....lets see how the weekend plays out.

Coach Coolen opened the door for his wahine, quiping that regional play was within their destiniy. He was matter of fact in saying the wahine would have to beat up on UCSB's and Pacific's frontline pitchers, not just their #2 and #3 pitchers. In terms of hitting, PAC, LBS, HAW and UCSB rank 1,2, 3 and 4. UCSB has 22 long balls and are essentially a contact hitting team....With or without Kaia, Hawaii must take 2-3 against the Gaucho's and win at least one in Stockton.LBS must sweep USD and the Gauchos must complete their season with six victries against CSF and Hawaii. Wahine are still in the drivers seat but must play solid D and bring their bats...our D looked suspect against LBS and our hitting broke down.
Also, we didnt look like a nationally ranked team in all phases of the game. Runnin' the bases included. Not as a team.
I agree with Coach Coolen in this aspect--if we continue the same play--we will be watching the regionals on ESPNU. Its time to step up!

since losing Jolene Henderson to a knee injury, the Cal Lady Bears have been scorced by the mercy rule, 10-2 and 11-0 in consecutive conference games. Todays game, offers little respite. CAL is simular to Hawaii where its team rode the arm of Henderson with little in the bullpen. JMO, you live by the sword, you die by the sword. JMO, it's not all on the young pitchers inability. Players do not recruit, but their coaches are paid to do so....

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